If you are trying to unsweeten your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as obvious as the frosting on a piece of chocolate cake or the powdery stuff in pixie stix.

Here are some foods found in Dallas grocery stores and the metroplex school cafeterias with a surprisingly high sugar content:

• Ketchup
• Low Fat versions of snack foods (Manufacturers often replace fat with sugar.)
• Salad Dressing
• Breads, buns, rolls
• Spaghetti Sauce
• Protein Bars
• Granola
• Canned soup
• Peanut Butter
• Yogurt
• Fast food meals (Hamburgers, fries, sandwiches, and salads are often loaded with sugar, not to mention the dessert items.)
• Antacids
• Cough drops
• Fruit smoothies (Even a small serving has a whopping amount of sugar.)

Reading the fine print on labels is a must. The following terms are all types of sugar:

raw sugar, cane sugar, glucose, lactose, galactose, fructose, dextrose, honey, sorghum, molasses, cane sugar, confectioner’s sugar, crystallized cane juice, invert sugar, maltodextrin (or dextrin), maple syrup, concentrated fruit juices, evaporated cane juice (what kind of cane do you think we are talking about?)

Do the math: when shopping at Dallas markets or health food stores, carefully decipher food labels before you buy. Four grams of sugar equals one teaspoon. Add up all the grams of every type of sugar listed and divide by four to truly understand how much sugar an item contains.

At Travis Walk Dental Care, we advocate and practice preventative care for lifelong dental health. For more information on how your diet affects your dental health, contact us at 214-522-4330.  Ask about our cosmetic dentistry services such as dental implants and teeth whitening.

We are located at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, Dallas, TX.

At Travis Walk Dental Care, we are happy to assure you that this is a myth. With proper dental hygiene, regular dental exams and cleanings, and a healthy lifestyle, your teeth can serve you throughout your life.

At Travis Walk Dental Care, we help clients of all ages, including those in their seventies and eighties, maintain their beautiful smiles. Dentures are not inevitable. Even if you already wear dentures, don’t give up.

You can improve your smile and your life with new dental implant anchored dentures available in Dallas at our state-of-the-art dental practice.

These new fixed dentures won’t slip and slide in your mouth, so you can start eating confidently again.

Our office is friendly and relaxed. You don’t need to worry about being embarrassed if your teeth have not seen a dentist or hygienist for a while. We can treat your dental problems and put you on the path for better oral health in the future.

Remember, without dental health, you are never truly healthy. Call 214-522-4330.

Bacteria are a common cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and combine with plaque and acids to break down the enamel coating on your teeth. The breakdown of your tooth enamel can often result in the development of small holes in your teeth which are known as cavities. The breaking down of your tooth enamel in is known as tooth decay, and it is a serious dental problem for children and adults in Texas.

Texas tooth decay is typically a result of diet and oral hygiene choices. When sticky foods are consumed and allowed to sit on the teeth, or foods full of sugars and starches are consumed frequently throughout the day, tooth decay can result. Foods to avoid include soda and sugary chewing gum; these foods tend to stay around for a while and create an environment where bacteria thrive. To help prevent tooth decay, simply limit sugary and starchy foods between meals. Also, brushing at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing at least once a day, and visiting your local Dallas dentist in Texas for regular check ups and cleanings will help prevent tooth decay.

Hello, my name is Dr. Joseph Miranda, and I am a dentist. I work at Travis Walk Dental Care located at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, in Dallas, Texas . Tooth decay is a preventable dental problem, and I can help. Visit me at ; I will be happy to meet you, and to give you an idea of the many ways we can help you prevent tooth decay and avoid a more costly or even painful ailment.

We at specialize in and would be happy to discuss with you any health concerns related to your teeth. Give us a call at 214-522-4330.

Dr. Joseph Miranda

My name is Dr. Jospeh Miranda, DDS. I have been practicing dentistry in Dallas since 1991. Travis Walk Dental Care is a full-service dental office located at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, in Dallas, Texas. In addition to providing comprehensive examinations and deep cleanings for clients in the Dallas area, we perform all types of tooth restorations.

When a tooth has decay or has been damaged, a dental restoration is needed to ‘restore’ the tooth to its previous intact condition. A dental filling is one of the most common and well-known types of restorations. A dental filling is used to repair decayed or damaged tooth surfaces. Most people have a few fillings in their mouth.

If you have old silver amalgam fillings, we can replace them with nearly-invisible fillings tooth colored. These fillings are made out of a strong composite resin. Many of our cosmetic dentistry patients have replaced their old silver fillings with fillings matched to their teeth. You can improve your smile instantly and relatively inexpensively by getting rid of the ‘metal’.

Another reason some clients have had their old fillings replaced is because they are concerned about the possible heavy metal toxicity of the mercury in the silver.

If you would like to replace your amalgam fillings, call us at 214-522-4330 to schedule a consultation. We are currently accepting new patients and would be happy to show you around our Dallas cosmetic dental office and introduce you to our friendly team.

Smile – it increases your face value!

If you are looking for a new family dentistry experience, Travis Walk Dental Care is here for you.

I would like to invite you to bring your family in to our office and see for yourself. You can find us at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, in Dallas, TX. We serve the Texas community including the 75205 zip code area.

Or just give us a call at 214-522-4330.

I look forward to seeing you.

-Dr. Joseph Miranda, Dentist

If you live in the Dallas area and have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; come and see me. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment is the best bet. A better understanding of your mouth sores can lead quickly to comfort and a resolution. If necessary, treatment and pain relief can be offered.

There are two common types of mouth sores that are common in the Dallas area; canker sores and cold sores.

Canker sores are small ulcer-like sores with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Typically a canker sore heals in a week or two. Antimicrobal mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods may offer you temporary relief while your sore is healing.

The cause of a canker sores is not certain. Possible explanations range from a cut on the inside the mouth, and reactions to extreme temperatures or acids from food or drink, to fatigue, stress, and allergies. Some studies point to bacteria or viruses, or a combination of all these factors.

Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that often appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but usually heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics may provide relief. There are some antiviral drugs on the market that have shown promise in reducing outbreaks, but there is currently no known cure. The initial infection, known as primary herpes, often occurs before adulthood. Once the virus infects you, it may stay in your body and remain inactive or cause occasional cold sore outbreaks. Outbreaks may be triggered by a fever, sunburn, skin abrasions, stress, or exposure to extremes in temperature.

As your Dallas dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore. In some cases a change in the way you care for your mouth can reduce the chances of getting mouth sores. If you are in the Dallas, and would like to speak with a dental professional about mouth sores, area give us a call at Travis Walk Dental Care.

Our number is 214-522-4330.

I am Dr. Joseph Miranda, and I am a dentist serving the Dallas Texas community as a licensed dentist. We call our practice ‘Travis Walk Dental Care‘, and we welcome new patients from the Dallas area.

If you are new to the Dallas area and are looking for a Dallas dentist, please come by my dentist office in Dallas, Texas. I will be happy to spend some time with you to get to know you, and to introduce you to our classy and technologically advanced office staff.

I realize that most of our new patients will come to us by word-of-mouth referrals and our patient testimonials. It is our goal to deliver such a positive dental experience that you will be compelled to tell your friends about how happy you are with our dental service.

I look forward to meeting you.

-Dr. Joseph  Miranda, DDS

The technical term for bad breath is halitosis. Many factors can cause or contribute to halitosis. One of these factors is the food you eat. Onions and garlic are both known for having a potent affect on your breath. Simply observing the foods you eat here in Dallas can result in a change in your breath.

In most cases, bad breath originates in your mouth. Transient bad breath can be resolved through eating or brushing, and is a temporary condition usually associated with a dry mouth. Persistent bad breath can be a serious problem effecting as much as 25 percent of our Dallas residents. Persistent bad breath can be caused by dry mouth, and is made worse when food is not cleared away properly.

Brushing and flossing daily is a critical step in curing bad breath. Food particles can build up in your mouth and foster bacteria which can cause bad breath. This not only includes the food particles that may get stuck between your teeth, but also the food that collects around your gums or on your tongue. Brushing and flossing daily can help reduce the amount of food particles that stay in your mouth and cause bad breath. Regular visits to Travis Walk Dental Care in Dallas can also reduce or eliminate the progression of bad breath.

Other factors that can contribute to bad breath for Dallas residents include dry mouth, tobacco use, and health concerns such as infections. Come visit Travis Walk Dental Care located in Dallas, Texas; we’ll provide you with information about bad breath in a professional environment. Give us a call at 214-522-4330 to set up an appointment.

Dr. Joseph Miranda

We perform dental crowns in Dallas Texas.

Dental crowns are one of our most popular and requested dental procedures. We specialize in dental crowns as well as in many other dental procedures. If you are looking for a local Texas dental practice that specialized in dental crowns, I encourage you to visit Travis Walk Dental Care.

Our staff is classy and technologically advanced, and ready to help you better understand your options with dental crowns.

Travis Walk Dental Care provides dental procedures in Dallas, Texas.

You can find us at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, in Dallas, Texas. Or on the web at www.rusmiling.com

Or just give us a call at 214-522-4330.

I look forward to seeing you.

-Dr. Joseph Miranda

Wisdom teeth

Checking your wisdom teeth in Dallas is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble down the road.

Our practice, ‘Travis Walk Dental Care‘, works with patients from ages 18 to 100, and our classy and technologically advanced staff can help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will need to be extracted. We can also help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will require advanced care, or if a simple procedure can solve the problem.

Wisdom teeth can be painful, and we don’t like pain at Travis Walk Dental Care, It’s our goal to give you the best care and attention when checking your wisdom teeth.

If you are in the Dallas area and need to have your wisdom teeth checked, please stop by our office at 4514 Travis Street, Suite 117, in Dallas, TX. We also service the greater Dallas area, including the Metroplex, Mid-cities and Ft. Worth.

We specialize in cosmetic dentistry, and often perform dental crowns. We can take a look at your wisdom teeth and help you make a healthy decision for your future.

‘Creating beautiful, healthy smiles’